Helping Young Kids Sleep When They Are Sick

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How to deal with Children’s Sleep When They are Sick

by Visa Shanmugam

Back to school is a great time for everyone. The kids are happy to be back with their friends and parents everywhere are sighing with relief that routines are back in place and their children are kept busy. However, there is one aspect of back to school that is never fun – germs, sniffles and falling sick.  This is an inevitable cycle that happens every year when you put a large number of kids all in the same room.  Falling sick and sharing germs is just a part of growing up.

Older children are able to express their discomfort, however when their younger siblings fall sick, you end up with an extremely fussy and needy baby. 

State Fair of Texas Opens Friday

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State Fair of Texas Opens this Friday, Sept. 27th and runs through Sunday, Oct. 20th.

The State Fair of Texas has selected The One & Only as the theme for the upcoming season (Sept. 27 – Oct. 20). All eyes will be on Big Tex Circle when the Fair’s 52-ft host returns to his place of honor on opening day.

How to Combat the Back to School Blues

Ways to Combat Back to School Blues

Ways to Combat Back to School Blues

by Dr. Jennifer A. Powell-Lunder

While for most folks, the summer symbolizes rest and relaxation, back to school time can serve as a jolt back the reality of routine life.  As the first school weeks pass, it is not uncommon to feel as if the outside world is gaining momentum, spinning fast and with more force. School season represents commitment and activity, often-increased stress because there never seems to be enough time.

How can you tell if you and/or your kids are experiencing the blues? Here is a list of some common signs: